For the third US Presidential election in a row, Forward Movement calls on Episcopalians and all others to join in A Season of Prayer: For an Election. This year’s prayer novena—nine days of devotional prayers—calls upon God for discernment in voting and for the well-being of our nation.
Each day’s prayer comes from The Book of Common Prayer and will be shared on Forward Movement’s Facebook and Instagram channels, in both English and Spanish.
There are also downloadable bulletin inserts available for churches and small groups (files are letter size, and meant to be folded in half).
The novena begins on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, and continues through the day after the election (Wednesday, November 6).
“Sometimes people draw a distinction between prayer and action,” said the Rev. Scott Gunn, executive director of Forward Movement. “I am here to tell you that prayer is action. Prayer changes hearts and lives. Prayer may result in changes that are scarcely imaginable. Prayer may prompt us to engage in other actions. Above all, prayer helps us attend to our relationship with Almighty God, and this reminds us of who we are.”
Join Forward Movement on Facebook and Instagram to follow each day’s prayer and to share within your own network.
Download the bulletin inserts here, in English and Spanish.
Please encourage your congregation and your friends to get involved.
About Forward Movement
Inspiring disciples and empowering evangelists around the globe every day, Forward Movement has been producing innovative resources to encourage spiritual growth in individuals and congregations for more than eighty years. Best known for the daily devotional Forward Day by Day, Forward Movement also produces books, smart phone apps, pamphlets, conferences, online courses, church leadership resources, and more. Visit www.forwardmovement.org to learn more.